When I get an audition with an unfamiliar accent I come straight to you." I get it, and get what I hadn’t got. I will definitely be coming back for more of your products!" A Canadian pronunciation that my Irish friends used to make fun of me for is the similar pronunciation of the words bag and vague. I have an audition on Saturday with a Scottish accent! Not surprisingly, given our cold climes, a number of Canadian-isms relate to alcohol, like mickey (a 12 oz bottle of liquor) and two-four (a case of 24 bottles of beer). (It would be more accurate to represent it as aboat when the change is present and strong.) Holiday instead of vacation. No more money wasted on overpriced coaches!” (Jan 2012) -Shawn Hatosy actor, lead on TNT’s Southland, “I wanted to start off by saying how big a fan I am of your business. Canada is home to several unique languages and dialects. For more tips, including how to pronounce “Oo” sounds in a Canadian accent, read on! Adopted as the name of the National Hockey League team in Vancouver. Your site is like a sweetshop of linguistic lollies – although that kind of does make you the Willy Wonka of accents.” (Aug 2012)-Daniel Osgerby actor, creative director, “I just bought an accent kit to help with a play from @AccentHelp and peeps trust me this is the good stuff.” (Apr 2012) -@BernardoCubria actor, “Wow – great service! This article was co-authored by our trained team of editors and researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness. (Mar 2013)-Demelza Randall actress, "I've used AccentHelp for crafting 7 different German guys for a one-man play with 28 characters that I wrote and am currently performing. 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You may find out how Canadians fight. (September 2017) -Matt Victory actor, "Can't wait to get started on the Castilian accent! Canadians even maintain the British spelling of many words. Rock on!" Keep up the great work!” -Jennifer White dialect coach, “Any actors out there doing dialect work? There is, of course, the stereotypical eh? 15 – Runners. (November 2015)-James Woods D&D player, "I had such luck with your Russian download last year. If you need to learn a Southern Accent, you have found the place to do it." The 6ix refers to the cities that make up the Great Toronto Area (or, GTA), but is mostly used when talking about Toronto. The best way is to speak as frequently as possible with those who are native to the area. Not only have they been of great help with my performances, but I’m convinced that they are a major factor in landing the roles in the first place. Many thanks - will definitely recommend you!" Tumblr Accent Challenge Though it would have also still been a really stupid cartoon. It really is a pleasure to find such wonderful materials." Halfway through the game, one woman asked me “So where in Scotland are you from?” I figured she was asking my character, in-game, so I said “Oh, I’m not from Scotland, I’m from…” She said “No, I meant YOU, out of game.” I just laughed, and said “Oh! wikiHow's Content Management Team carefully monitors the work from our editorial staff to ensure that each article is backed by trusted research and meets our high quality standards. The role will forever be one of my favorites, including the New York accent I eventually created with your product's help. It was nerve wracking, but when I later listened to the audio recording of the session, I basically nailed it! Thanks again." (August 2018) -Andrea Cordaro actress & producer, "Man, I wish I could afford (in both money and time) ALL of your stuff. Loonie . I was born in the Philippines, and I'm half Canadian, but I don't have the accent. This test asks questions to see if you talk in a way that is unique to Canada. I bought your American Southern accent files and I LOVED them! Thank you for putting so much time and care into creating them. Toronto has an accent. 1. “ -Lori S, “This is the third program of yours I’ve ordered — they’re all great!” -Rob B, “I’m sure this site will come in handy in the future as I am a sketch actress always looking to hone new accents.” -Danielle W, “It’s so thorough, and the Italian recordings are fabulous! Sound ‘t’ Canadians don’t seem to like the sound ‘t’. For example, canadian pronounciation of the word 'out' is like 'e' as in 'pet' followed by 'oot' as in 'boot', sounding like 'e'+'oot'. No greater compliment for me, all thanks to your AccentHelp." I purchase numerous CDs from the UK and USA and find yours to be of great quality. /ᵻ/ represents free variation between /ɪ/ and /ə/ Two Canadian English vowels (those in pride and mound) are subject to a process called ‘Canadian Raising’, which means that they are pronounced slightly differently before voiceless consonants such as /t/ and /s/ (as shown in the price and mouseexamples). (February 2014)-Esther Sloyer writer, "I love AccentHelp! Thank you for being so helpful.” -Katie F, “I can’t thank you enough!! Do you have a Canadian accent quiz. (March 2017)-Judith Hardakar actress, "Love the lessons - so easy to learn even with only a couple days' notice! The reality of this sound change is that it really doesn't go anywhere near aboot. EH demanded that the people of canada pick up all the goose droppings in the land. The term Canadian Englishis inadequate to describe the country’s linguistic variety ⁠— just as we can’t say there’s one true American, British, or Australian English. I’m currently on Sons of Anarchy.” (Feb 2011) -Andy McPhee actor, “I found a pretty amazing site to help me with accents that you, too, may find useful one of these days. Accent commonly refers to the sound changes, whereas dialectcommonly refers to word choice and phrasing. So I put you in my ear for two weeks, and eventually I got it! Great service! There is no way an American won’t be confused when Canadians use it; as Roger is a name. (August 2015)-Derrick Peterson actor, "Wow - just reading through the PDF's now - what amazing resources you have created, thank you!!" Top > Countries > North America > Canada. You have the best accent resources available anywhere online. Do they use this kind of pronunciation in Alberta and Blairmore? Your southern and British RP packages have done wonders for my abilities, so thank you so much for that. I’m thinking French accent next? Actors should know how easy this is with your program!!!! (see the map at the left). Which one is easy? Many places also offer "English as a Second Language" courses, to help immigrants improve their skills. Happily his wife was present to point it out to him and to let him know that he actually says it quite a bit. (July 2016)-Jean Kraft  actress(a free update, including eight new native speakers and additional teaching materials was sent out to everyone who previously purchased the materials - free updates for all materials are an ongoing process as we continue to expand and improve what we offer), "The professional accent coach for the last play, When the Rain Stops Falling, said my accent was so real and authentic, he thought I must have had relatives from Australia. Though I've always had an ear for picking up accents/dialects, I really had no feel for this one at all when starting, so my fear was palpable. Also, I like to be familiar with as many accents as possible so that when the time comes to use one of them, the learning curve will not be so high. During a recent trip to Canada for dialect recordings, a man I was interviewing from Vancouver said that he didn't "say eh very often, eh?" (August 2018) -Mark Base, "Your work is so high quality and so very helpful. SO interesting! The English Teacher Melanie podcast discusses everyday life in Canada, while also teaching Canadian English lessons. When it comes to Canadian English, my go-to source is Canadian linguist Charles Boberg. Like roughly the same size as all of Europe big. Things get lost quickly in the transference and I am not willing to learn or trust accent learning from a secondary source like an accent expert providing the ‘authentic’ sound of an accent that isn’t theirs. The previous accent pack, Scandinavian, was fun to learn and easy to understand for a beginner such as myself." The instruction is super clear, and the guide material is incredibly helpful. Excellent product." It is wonderful to be able to immediately download materials - as of course you are aware, sometimes with auditions there is very little time prepare. You have the best accent resources available anywhere online. Thanks again for your accent help." I've now bought seven of your curriculums." I'm playing the villian in Zorro right now and your Castilian coaching was immensely helpful." "The word get does not rhyme with yet here in the South," writes Sarah Johnson, a South Carolina native and Southern accent specialist. Some good Canadian podcasts to listen to for news and entertainment include Canadaland, Ottawhat, Taggart and Torrens, Never Sleeps Network and The Night Time. Found AccentHelp on the web and gave it a shot. Plus, on the occasions that I’ve needed personal help, be it advice on the accents, or even download help, Jim Johnson was right on with his immediate responses. I had so much fun learning the Upper Midwest accent. I did in fact download the Yorkshire accent and have visited the other website you mentioned. If, in the future, I find myself needing a particular accent, I will certainly go to your website first.” (Aug 2011) -David Chapin, “About to get some accents from @AccentHelp the best place to learn accents and dialects!” (March 2012) -@TimmyWood, “Have to say, great product. "We say it like 'git.' I explore this question as well as give you commonly used phrases that Canadians use and Americans don't. I learned a lot in just one listening session. And then there is Ellen version, which consists of mimicking other’s people accents. If you aren't satisfied with an AccentHelp download for any reason, just let us know within 30 days of your purchase, and we'll fully refund your money. It’s called AccentHelp and they have quite a lot of accents that you as actors may need to use. I really like the logical, efficient way it progresses from one point to the next, giving plenty of practice along the way." I really appreciate it. When it comes to Canadian English, my go-to source is Canadian linguist Charles Boberg. And thus the canadian accent was born. Language is a beautiful thing. Either accent will work. There is a common rhyme teachers use at school when students complain about not getting their first choice. A “double double” is a coffee with two creams and two sugars. All of the information is consistently and concisely presented, and I am thoroughly impressed with the quality of these courses." The Canadian 'accent' can be heard most easily in the following words: out, about, house, and others with 'ou'. Your website has literally saved my acting life in terms of performances, and the amount of teaching and resources are by far the best I have ever come across (trust me, I have scoured every database I could get my hands on)." I then used AccentHelp for the preparation of  having to play Eugene in Neil Simon's Broadway Bound. However, in looking online, I found myself at a loss in trying to find good audio samples to use as a base. Your materials are absolutely excellent. As an actor who employs both regional and foreign accents, I have found your amazing offerings to be invaluable. (February 2017)-Alex MacDonald actor. Now I am doing a scene that requires a NYC accent, and again, your materials are my go-to." The Canadian English accent also comes through in words that hail from other languages and the main vowel sound is spelled with the letter "A." Runners rather than sneakers. October 28, 2009 at 8:47 pm. There are a lot of words that Canadians use that will strike more Americans as being rather British sounding: Washroom instead of bathroom or toilet. Canada is one of the largest countries in the world but for some reason, when outsiders talk about it, they'll mention a single Canadian accent as if everyone spoke the same. (August 2013)-Niki D. actress, "Our program recently held auditions for Vincent In Brixton and as part of the audition process we were required to use a Dutch accent. Some Americans don't seem very aware of slight variations across our own country. Research shows Canadians do say many things differently. Accent Help is my go-to resource for accents. The cartoon at the right is stupidly inaccurate and offensive as hell to some Canadians. (September 2017)  AccentHelp has proven itself as a savior numerous times when I needed a comprehensive language lab for a quick cram for an audition or polishing up a dialect that I’m rusty on.” -Paul J. I’m looking forward to getting to grips with more accents as I go. So having accents at hand can be very useful. They are accurate, consistent and easier to follow then any other dialect course I have found. there was once EH, the great god of canada. Do Canadians all use words like "eh" and "aboot" in everyday conversation? (April 2015)-Scott Smith, "I really love your products and have used several of them for roles I've done in the past couple of years. 10 Secrets to Learning the Canadian (& American) Accent. Thanks for keeping each program updated." I like to hear authentic speakers when working on an accent. One of the most noticeable features of Canadian English is the pronunciation of words with ‘ou’. Most of the time, I think it's a space thing - and a "collecting my paycheck" thing. I will definitely be starting here first when I have new dialects to learn!" FYI: I got rave reviews. (August 2017)-Ben Crawford actor, "Thank you so much for the Boston update! I’ve since recommended your site to other actors and look forward to using it again myself.” -Jenn Gambatese actor, “Just wanted to drop you a line and say I love your site. If I - a non-native speaker - can be convincing enough for native speakers to think that I am a native speaker too, I think that's good enough proof that your approach works!" 3 Comments. most Canadians are urban dwellers in the south. (Oct 2011) -Todd Weeks actor, “You are the man. davendeb says. This is one of the many reasons I keep coming back to you!" Canadians also use the metric system for most measurements. Very good! I am an Equity Actor and am in need of accent help often! So thank you! Bum or even arse for butt. You’re Scottish tips helped a lot. For the Canadian pronunciation, “eh” rhymes with “hay.”, A Canadian might say, “The weather is nice, eh?” Whereas an American might say, “The weather is nice, huh?”, The loonie was given this name because of the loon featured on the coin. What is Canadian Accent? Should I learn a British or Canadian accent? The most extreme stereotypical Canadian change is the "oot and aboot" shift, sometimes referred to as "Canadian raising.". We know ads can be annoying, but they’re what allow us to make all of wikiHow available for free. This word can be used when referring to street shoes too. Personally, I love running the risk of exploring offensive humor, but unfortunately I haven't the same interest in stupid humor. I was in New England last week and it was fun to hear it "live." I have never seen any one be so detailed with teaching this, so I am very very thankful." The word eh is used quite frequently in the North Central dialect, so a Canadian accent is often perceived in people from North Dakota, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. I have downloaded the Upper Mid-West accent guide and love the way you set everything out, and the native speakers really help. Thanks to Drake, “Hogtown,” “Big Smoke,” and “Tdot” are out, while “The 6ix” is in. I’m really happy – have a big audition. Thank you! For example: car // for // where // four // your // work // ever // party // smart // after // forever // prefer 2. The reality is that hardly anyone makes or cares about that distinction, though it may be useful to realize that difference here. Brian Hillier / Getty Images. I’ve loved the Cockney, Scottish and Yorkshire downloads, and I imagine the German and Russian will be just as good. !” -Terry N, “Your AccentHelp materials are terrific. (January 2017)-Richard Hulse actor, "I must say, your customer service has always been top notch!! As an artist, it thrills me to run across things that are beautifully crafted. You guys nailed the regions. And I love knowing that I can go back to my files for more work as we develop her character." Most Anglo- Canadians (English speaking) don't believe they sound any different than most central-west coast Americans but I'm "Sorey" to say there are some very obvious differences that you may not be aware of eh I had my questions and requests answered during evenings and on weekends. Thanks for the updates. Excellent! How can I improve my speaking and accent? I bought the Russian one, and then, of course, had to have more…. Newscasts are excellent sources for learning local pronunciation. Canadian Accent. Language is a beautiful thing. Thanks a ton.” (Nov 2011) -Gabriel Preisser opera singer, “I have to thank Jim Johnson of AccentHelp for his wonderful assistance as I prepare to work as dialect/vocal coach for the upcoming production of Yellowman at Rep Stage in Columbia, MD. There is a stereotypical Canadian dialect, but the reality is that most Canadians don't have a Canadian accent. (May 2016)-Mark Lee Adams  actor, "Thanks for the Italian update, Jim! Thanks SOOO much for this!” -Ken T, “My husband has been happy with your program. (August 2015)-Aurora Kirth actress, "I have used AccentHelp.com for four different dialects so far, with great results. Canadian English was partly shaped by early immigrants from the … Canada is big. The Canadian word for non-dairy creamer is “whitener.”, Some Canadians call couches “chesterfields.”. Canadian Accent Test. Get it? % of people told us that this article helped them. Seriously. In fact, as a Canadian, I can tell you that there are people from hundreds of countries living here and we can understand almost any accent. 1. Thank you so much." Thanks for all your work. I just finished work on a show where I had to do a German accent and I was terrified, but the material I downloaded from your site was so helpful, and by the time I met with the company’s dialect coach I was already well on my way. If you really can’t stand to see another ad again, then please consider supporting our work with a contribution to wikiHow. So, good-oh as dey say!" Best dialect resources out there!" Thanks@AccentHelp! Thanks Jim, I’m looking forward to even more dialects in the future!" Many Canadian dialect speakers sound no different from other North American English speakers. I'm sometimes listed as the dialect coach when the only thing I worked on, technically, was the accent. By Saturday night, I was using two different Cockney accents during my game. The accent reflects “Canadian raising” which is a changing of vowel pronunciation before voiceless consonants. Canadians also use the metric system for most measurements. Canadians, British, or US Americans saying that others have an accent and they don't is simply false. However, they can still teach you a hell of a lot about finding the right sounds – something I think you do very well. Don’t crowd people or get in too close to their personal space. AccentHelp is my go-to resource for my dialect needs in class and performances! (Nov 2012) -Terry Nicholetti writer/actor, "This Pittsburger was  able to get the lead in Dearly Departed. Watch the same movie several times. If you want to say “How are you doing?” say “How ya doin?” or “How’s she bootin’er?” Make sure you're polite and calm when you talk, like most Canadians. Eh. It is very helpful to hear you talk about the comparisons of West and East Texas. When discussing what something is like in Canada or the United States, many Canadians will say, “In North America…”. I credit it with getting me 3 roles so far, in Top Girls, Noises Off, and most recently Young Frankenstein the Musical." Thank you. I practiced with my uncle who has lived in London for the last 40 years and he thought my Cockney accent was convincing. (December 2016)-Drew Rogers actor, "I've never had speedier service. The strong Canadian accent changes cause the second half of the diphthongs to drop away in words like oh no don't go and in lazy hazy crazy days. (Dec 2011) -@CalebDuncan, Guy at a bar bought me a drink because he thought I was from Ireland! Here are a few of the staple Canadian slang words used daily. There are a lot of words that Canadians use that are not the most commonly used words for Americans who live only an hour away. I’ve already bought, enjoyed, and benefited from the Standard British/RP, Estuary English, and Cockney accent guides. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/7\/7e\/Talk-Like-a-Canadian-Step-3. The vocabulary and grammar of Canadian English. I also used AccentHelp to master a Northern Irish accent for a call back I had recently, and I will be using it for a Southern accent in a film I've been cast in. You better believe I will be recommending you to my friends. (July 2016)-Lin Sagovsky actress, "I so appreciate your generously providing me the update to the Standard British program. Also, be aware that some of the phrases and pronunciations mentioned in this article are very localized. Also seen as #TheSix and #The6. Canadian slang words are just hilarious. Thank you very much! I had to do a South Yorkshire dialect for a play I did about a year and a half ago, and your tape saved me!" First, let us see the au sound. Eh. House coat instead of robe. I've had to give notes to some professional Canadian actors working in US productions when one of those words comes up. Yay! (May 2016)-Paul McGinnis  actor, "I'm very happily surprised with all the recordings and the ebook and just how much detail is provided. (February 2015)-Victoria Hanlin dialect coach, "I have purchased almost all of your collection of accents, and have found them tremendously helpful. Sound ‘r’ Canadians pronounce ‘r’ sound in all the words where it is written, including ‘r’ at the end of the words. Thanks Candice, I am going to start using B’y. Some people say Canadian accents just sound like Californian accents, so that could be correct depending on the people you are comparing. I will recommend your company in my theatre society." In fact, the way we say things can even differ from one province or city to another. Why pronunciation differs . A Canadian-built Curtiss JN-4C "Canuck" training biplane of 1918, with a differing vertical tail to the original U.S. version. 19 Comments. Thanks for making such great tools!" Represent, Drake. (Mar 2013)-Casey Groves actor/acting coach/artisitic director of Inner Compass Theatre - New Orleans, "I got the part!!! Always hold the door for people. I’m sure I’ll be back for more!! (March 2015) -Christine Bissonnette actress, "You guys are a godsend and I've recommended you to many fellow actors. 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